Between January and May this year, our warriors struck 15 Russian oil refineries. Russia has already imposed bans on exports of aviation fuel and gasoline, and is also considering a ban on diesel exports. As of May, nearly 40% of Russia’s primary oil refining capacity is offline.
A film called The Day After Tomorrow feels deeply disturbing. It comes across like a kidnapper making a documentary to explain why the victim should be grateful.
Giving Ukraine’s stolen children back to their families would be a far better act of “healing” than any propaganda film.
Four years into this war, Russia is still trying to justify the unjustifiable while thousands of Ukrainian children remain separated from their families.
No amount of propaganda changes the reality: the children belong with their families, their communities, and their country. 🇺🇦
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Today, I presented state awards of Ukraine to the people without whom Operation “Spiderweb” would not have happened. We have no right to name them – everything remains absolutely classified and will remain so for a long time. This is already a historic operation by the Security Service of Ukraine, one that was carefully prepared, and on this very day one year ago, it entered its final stage – striking Russian military equipment. Farther than Ukrainian long-range capabilities had ever reached before. As precisely as no one in Russia expected. And as justly as the enemy’s strategic aviation deserves.
“Spiderweb” destroyed or at least damaged 41 aircraft. Never before had Russia lost such equipment, in such numbers, and as a result of strikes by drones that were incomparably cheaper. Ukraine has once again proved that it knows how to act asymmetrically, that it defends itself actively and truly creatively, and that Russia has no chance of overcoming Ukrainian courage. Ukraine will always be one step ahead – in technology, in bravery, and in the ability to capture the world’s attention and rally the support of millions of human hearts.
Ukraine is now applying long-range sanctions against Russia for this war literally every day. We did not start this war, we did not provoke it, and the only thing we wanted for Ukraine and Ukrainians was peace. But as long as the Russians choose the opposite, and as long as Russia does everything to drag out this war and expand it, Ukrainians will continue to find responses that will definitely work. I thank all our warriors for their precision! I thank the Security Service of Ukraine for its long-range leadership! I thank everyone who helps us! Glory to Ukraine!
@JoSouvlaki@LCI Si : "228 d'entre eux ont été interceptés".
Les Russes sont bêtes à manger du foin, canardant tout et n'importe quoi, tout ce qui ose leur résister.
I held a Staff meeting. Importantly, we analyzed in great detail the state of implementation of the decisions our warriors on the frontline had spoken about. In the second half of last year, decisions were introduced that ultimately led to a significant strengthening of our frontline positions.
First – direct funding for combat brigades to purchase what they need, primarily drones. Second – a fairer distribution of personnel to reinforce combat brigades. Third – expanding the ability of our brigades to conduct basic general military training. Direct funding has boosted the real combat capabilities of the brigades. As for personnel, around 160 military units are already receiving stable, guaranteed reinforcements, and this makes it possible to defend positions with greater confidence. The number of military units granted the right to conduct basic general military training has also doubled. I instructed that possible additional steps be worked through for each of these points – how else we can support the brigades.
Separately, we also discussed the supply of long-range 155 mm shells – an issue the guys have often raised. I instructed that more opportunities be developed for the financing, production, and supply of such shells, and for supporting our artillery capabilities overall, which remain essential for achieving combat results. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is also working on supplying pickup trucks to the troops – the decisions are already being implemented.
Today, there was also a report by Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi on the situation in the key sectors. Ukrainian positions are strong, and this is a result our state very much needs – one that will certainly support all diplomatic steps. We also devoted considerable attention to air defense today, which is perfectly understandable, as it is a key priority for protecting our cities and communities. I expect much more activity from our diplomats to strengthen air defense and ensure the supply of the necessary missiles. I also instructed the Ministry of Defense to intensify all available formats with partners for the supply of anti-ballistic capabilities. We must find what Ukraine needs. Glory to Ukraine!
President Zelensky criticized the Trump administration for easing sanctions on Russian oil:
“Lifting sanctions means helping Russian soldiers by helping the Russian defense industry.
After some sanctions were eased, we did not see any surprises like lower global prices for oil, gas, or diesel. Because the share of Russian oil accounts for only 5% of global supply. How could it make a difference?
So lifting sanctions is not about that. I think it’s about building dialogue with the Russians. But it's not the right approach, because they don’t understand words or empathy and see it as a sign of weakness.
We need to be strong and impose more sanctions on them.”
Our special forces stormed an underground Russian army command bunker!
It was one of the boldest operations in recent months.
Ukrainian troops penetrated deep behind enemy lines and reached one of the most heavily protected underground command centers. This was no ordinary headquarters — it was a fortified bunker with reinforced walls, security systems, and numerous high-ranking officers inside.
The Russians reportedly had no time to react. When Ukrainian special forces entered the bunker, panic broke out. Generals and senior officers rushed through the corridors, hid in offices, and tried to barricade themselves. Some attempted to resist, but the assault force moved quickly, decisively, and with a high level of professionalism.